What is the translation of the word used to designate the major Islamic dynasty in Egypt, mamluk?

A. Noble
B. Barbarian
C. Soldier
D. Slave


Answer: D

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What drawing material was the predecessor of the graphite pencil and was especially popular during the Renaissance?

A. Ground B. Metalpoint C. Pastel D. Charcoal

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Which is not true of the Stele of Naram-Sin?

a. it is a relief b. it represents landscape as well as human figures c. it commemorates the death of Naram-Sin d. it dates to the third millennium B.C. e. it is Akkadian

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The “perfection” of Dante’s poetic vision is expressed by

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